Whether your team is battling for the best record in the conference, clinging to playoff hopes, or quietly jockeying for draft position, Week 15 gives us another jam packed NFL slate. Here is your game by game breakdown with odds, score predictions, and analysis.
Falcons (4-9) at Buccaneers (7-6)
Thursday, Dec. 11 – 8:15 p.m. | Line: Buccaneers -4.5
The Falcons played one good half and one awful half against Seattle. Their defense held firm early, but going 1 for 13 on third down made it impossible to stay competitive and they were blown out 37-9. Atlanta’s defense has shown flashes, but the offense will have to steal one to play spoiler in Tampa.
The Buccaneers squandered a chance to extend their division lead, falling 24-20 to the Saints. Baker Mayfield struggled through a rough day, completing under 50% of his passes, while the offense went just 2 for 7 on fourth down. Tampa now loses its grip on the NFC South lead.
Prediction: Buccaneers 26, Falcons 24
Tampa gets a much needed win to stay alive in the division race.
Ravens (6-7) at Bengals (4-9)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Ravens -2.5
The Ravens' brutal season continues after consecutive divisional losses crushed their playoff hopes. Falling behind 17-3 to Pittsburgh put them in another early hole, and a late overturned touchdown sealed the defeat. With a tough schedule ahead, Baltimore needs a miracle to stay relevant.
The Bengals face a similar situation with their playoff dreams slipping away after a snow filled loss to Buffalo. Burrow and the offense battled, but two critical interceptions late in the fourth quarter sealed the deal. Cincinnati now needs plenty of help from the rest of the AFC North to climb back into the race.
Prediction: Bengals 31, Ravens 27
Cincy completes the season sweep.
Raiders (2-11) at Eagles (8-5)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Eagles -11.5
Another competitive effort from Vegas fell short against Denver, extending their losing streak to seven. Kenny Pickett stepped in after Geno Smith’s injury and actually looked capable, but the Raiders now sit in the No. 2 draft slot.
Philadelphia’s slide continues, dropping their third straight. Jalen Hurts had one of the worst games of his career with five turnovers. Saquon Barkley ran well and the pass defense was strong, but the Eagles still couldn’t finish drives.
Prediction: Eagles 29, Raiders 23
Philly finally snaps the skid.
Cardinals (3-10) at Texans (8-5)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Texans -9.5
Arizona continues to struggle in division games, allowing 43.3 points per game in their last three AFC West matchups. A defense that once looked solid has completely unraveled.
Houston rode a dominant defensive performance to a 20-10 win over the Chiefs, picking off Mahomes three times. Woody Marks has fully taken over the backfield, outcarrying Nick Chubb 26 to 1. Houston jumps into the final AFC wild card slot.
Prediction: Texans 30, Cardinals 13
Houston stays hot heading into the home stretch.
Chargers (9-4) at Chiefs (6-7)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Chiefs -4.5
The Chargers defense carried them to a 22-19 OT win over the Eagles. Herbert struggled, but the rushing attack and Herbert’s legs saved key drives.
Kansas City dropped another puzzling game and has now lost four of five. Their pass rush must dominate to avoid falling out of the AFC playoff picture entirely.
Prediction: Chiefs 27, Chargers 23
KC survives at home to keep the season alive.
Bills (9-4) at Patriots (11-2)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Bills -1.5
Buffalo showed incredible resilience again, coming back from several double digit deficits vs Cincinnati. Josh Allen was sensational, but the defense remains a real concern heading toward January.
New England comes off its bye in full control of the AFC East and possibly the No. 1 seed. A win here would clinch the division with three games to spare.
Prediction: Bills 28, Patriots 26
Buffalo tightens the AFC East race with a massive win.
Jets (3-10) at Jaguars (9-4)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Jaguars -4.5
The Jets were blown out by Miami and now may be without Tyrod Taylor after a groin injury. Rookie Brady Cook showed understandable inexperience in his debut.
Jacksonville impressed again with a 36-19 win over the Colts and now sits alone atop the AFC South. Trevor Lawrence is in full command of the offense.
Prediction: Jaguars 33, Jets 13
Commanders (3-10) at Giants (2-11)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Giants -2.5
Washington was embarrassed 31-0 by Minnesota, even with Jayden Daniels returning. Getting shut out while allowing a struggling QB to have his best game of the year is concerning.
The Giants spent their bye tracking the draft order and got great news when the Titans won. New York now holds the No. 1 pick.
Prediction: Commanders 27, Giants 20
Browns (3-10) at Bears (9-4)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 1 p.m. | Line: Bears -7.5
Despite the loss, the Browns saw a breakout from Shedeur Sanders, who threw for 364 yards and three TDs. The rest of the season will be an extended audition.
Chicago’s run hit a wall against Green Bay. Their late rally came up short, but they still have a legitimate shot for the NFC North title with key divisional games against the Packers and Lions approaching.
Prediction: Bears 19, Browns 17
Panthers (7-6) at Saints (3-10)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 4:25 p.m. | Line: Panthers -2.5
Carolina benefited from Tampa losing and now sits tied atop the NFC South. Their challenge remains consistency.
The Saints upset Tampa thanks to rookie QB Tyler Shough’s best performance of the year, including two rushing TDs.
Prediction: Panthers 24, Saints 21
Lions (8-5) at Rams (10-3)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 4:25 p.m. | Line: Rams -5.5
Detroit saved its season with a TNF win over Dallas. Their offense was explosive all night.
The Rams destroyed Arizona and reclaimed the No. 1 seed. Stafford continues his MVP level season, and the RB duo dominated again.
Prediction: Rams 31, Lions 27
Colts (8-5) at Seahawks (10-3)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 4:25 p.m. | Line: Seahawks -13.5
A disastrous week for the Colts included losing their fourth game in five tries and Daniel Jones going down with a season ending injury. The quarterback situation is now complete chaos.
Seattle’s defense shined again in a blowout win over Atlanta. They remain in a tight race with the Rams for the division.
Prediction: Seahawks 29, Colts 19
Packers (9-3-1) at Broncos (11-2)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 4:25 p.m. | Line: Packers -2.5
Green Bay looks like a legitimate NFC contender after beating Chicago. Their defense is elite and Jordan Love is heating up.
Denver kept rolling but faces a brutal closing schedule.
Prediction: Packers 24, Broncos 23
Titans (2-11) at 49ers (9-4)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 4:25 p.m. | Line: 49ers -12.5
Tennessee picked up a win despite another shaky outing from Cam Ward. Tony Pollard delivered his best performance of the season.
San Francisco is rested after a bye and finally healthy enough for a postseason push.
Prediction: 49ers 33, Titans 20
Vikings (5-8) at Cowboys (6-6-1)
Sunday, Dec. 14 – 8:20 p.m. | Line: Cowboys -6.5
After getting shut out one week, Minnesota came right back and delivered one themselves, with J.J. McCarthy playing the best game of his young career.
Dallas fell behind early against Detroit and couldn’t recover, especially after losing CeeDee Lamb to a concussion.
Prediction: Vikings 30, Cowboys 26
Dolphins (6-7) at Steelers (7-6)
Monday, Dec. 15 – 8:15 p.m. | Line: Steelers -3.5
Miami won its fourth straight behind a dominant rushing attack and ball hawking defense. The late season surge may be too late, but they’re fighting hard.
Pittsburgh got a massive win over Baltimore thanks to Rodgers rediscovering his downfield rhythm with DK Metcalf.
Prediction: Steelers 27, Dolphins 21